Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Skagway, Alaska


The cost of living in Skagway, Alaska is 17.2% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $58,594 in Skagway, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Skagway, Alaska is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Skagway
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Skagway, AK
Compared to Salem, Skagway is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  46.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  79.8% higher
  Commute
  42.6% lower
  Health
  37.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.0% higher

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